Don’t get us wrong, there’s nothing — truly nothing — wrong with caramel sauce and chopped nuts. But if you’re feeling a little edgy or looking to really impress a friend (or a date, wink wink), think outside the tub for your next sundae. We’re 98% sure you’ve never topped your scoops with these toppings, but we’re 105% sure they’ll be a hit. Tap into your culinary creativity and get topping:
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Caramel Popcorn
Crunchy. Sweet. A little salty. We like all of that.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Chocolate Fudge Brownie
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Candied Bacon
Breakfast meets dessert meets absolute heaven.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Cookie Dough
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Granola
Think yogurt parfait, but with a sweet dessert makeover.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Strawberry Cheesecake
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Hot Sauce
Taco Tuesday dessert? Trust us on this one, it’s a sweet-and-spicy masterpiece.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Cookie Dough
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Ground Espresso
Coffee and chocolate are a decadent match. Just make sure to grind it extra fine.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Chocolate Fudge Brownie
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Wasabi Peas
If you’re up for a little spice, you can’t beat the flavor these bring. Try them whole or crushed.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Half Baked
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Potato Chips
Remember that time we made an ice cream flavor with potato chips in it? It’s actually a stellar combo.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Netflix & Chilll’d
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Cereal
Preferably something sweet that your mother would not approve of, not those high-fiber health flakes.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Caramel Chew Chew
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Olive Oil
This one had a viral moment recently, and for good reason. The richness is unparalleled.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Cookie Dough
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Balsamic Glaze
We’re not sure if this would work on other flavors, but balsamic and strawberry are an iconic match.
Suggested Flavor Pairing: Strawberry Cheesecake